US Bridges

Pr 2 159.4 KM over Hondo River

Good

Mayaguez Municipio, Puerto Rico · 5 KM South of Mayaguez · Structure no. 007851

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
60,900
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 2 159.4 KM over Hondo River is a concrete culvert carrying Pr 2 159.4 KM over Hondo River in Mayaguez Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the Puerto Rico average of 51.2 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 60,900 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 82,800 by 2025. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesPr 2 159.4 KM
CrossesHondo River
Location5 KM South of Mayaguez
RouteState Highway 2
CountyMayaguez Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.16306, -67.14778
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86 US tons
Inventory rating52.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.9 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60,900 (2017)
Projected traffic82,800 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$180,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 2 159.4 KM over Hondo River built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 2 159.4 KM over Hondo River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 2 159.4 KM over Hondo River carry?

About 60,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pr 2 159.4 KM over Hondo River?

The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Pr 2 159.4 KM over Hondo River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.